South Dakota State Unveils 2018-19 Women’s Basketball Schedule

One of the big reasons behind South Dakota State's run of eight NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament appearances in the past ten seasons is a grueling non-conference schedule.

That philosophy remains firmly in place for the 2018-19 season.

The Jackrabbits will play nine games against NCAA Tournament teams this season, including one Elite 8 team from last season (Oregon) and four Sweet 16 teams (Central Michigan, Baylor, Buffalo, and Creighton). Each of their first seven games on the schedule are with teams who made the 'big dance' last season.

There are also a pair of WNIT teams, seven teams who finished in the top-50 in RPI, and six teams who won their regular season or tournaments.